Hey James,
Welcome to planDisney! If you ask me, I think you're the best person to plan your Walt Disney World trip! It's a lot easier than it seems. As a matter of fact, I recently helped another guest with a
step-by-step answer that helped them plan their next vacation. Follow the link and take a look. While it may seem overwhelming due to the different components, I can promise you that it's something you can do! I do want to stress that you should start by thinking about where you might want to stay first and then head straight to the Disney World
Special Offers page. Here, you'll find all the current deals and promotions that Disney has available. Saving cash is a great place to start. My favorite special offer available right now is the
2026 Kids Eat Free promotion. When you purchase a
dining plan for your 2026 stay, kids ages 3-9 will eat free!
If planning isn't your jam and you really just want some help, that's ok too. You have options! You can certainly use
planDisney as a resource. Not only are my fellow panelists and I available to help answer your tough questions, but you can also search previous answers to find what you need. You can also call the resort directly for help with planning. The lovely cast members who answer the
Tickets and Hotel Reservations line are amazingly helpful and will help with planning your next vacation right over the phone.
If these options are not for you, there are tons of Disney-authorized travel planners who can help you plan your vacation. A simple internet search can help. Be sure to search for the Disney-authorized planners.
You can do this, James. I have faith in you! Come back and see us here at planDisney with any of your planning questions. We're happy to help. See ya real soon!
Sakinah